How the engines of an IL-14 came out of retirement after 25 years

If you ever have the occasion to fly from Budapest Ferihegy airport Terminal Two, make sure you leave some time to visit the aircraft museum just off the airport loop-road on the right-hand side. Mind you, if you are used to the pristine exhibits of transport museums in Germany or Switzerland, you will need to… Continue reading How the engines of an IL-14 came out of retirement after 25 years

Old engine starts for Malev anniversary

Last week marked the 66th anniversary of the establishment of MALEV Hungarian Airlines. Although the national icon has not survived the hurdles of to-days airline world (it went bankrupt two months ago), her people gathered for what may be the last birthday party for the airline to lament the past and express hope for the… Continue reading Old engine starts for Malev anniversary